Tag: Online Learning

  • Drawing for Absolute Beginners – First Drawing

    Drawing for Absolute Beginners – First Drawing

    I thought I’d give drawing a go. I have a lot to learn, but that might mean forgetting a good few things first. With some practice, drawing could become an enjoyable habit of mine.

    Our first assignment was to draw a picture of a toy car. Here’s what I drew:

    Drawing is a different way to tell stories. I’ve been turning to writing and photography to help me express myself and share my stories. Learning how to draw might give me a new perspective, help me focus differently when taking pictures, and give me insight into how to effectively write a description of a scene.

    With this course, I’m trying something that I have never done before. Even with a hundred things going on and a hundred more ideas, I’m finding myself bored in the evenings. Taking this drawing course might shake things up a little.

  • The daily cycle of teaching online

    The daily cycle of teaching online

    It was a moment of calm frustration for me this morning as I was explaining to my students what it’s like to teach through Zoom, to talk to a video of myself talking. I probably made some quip about how good looking I am but that it’s not enough to keep me engaged. I likely said something about my failed attempt at becoming a YouTuber and how this was my comeuppance. I hope that I said something about me missing seeing their faces. I wish I remembered more of what I said this afternoon to my students as I was explaining what some of my frustrations are with teaching online.

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